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Former Supervisor Accused of Secret Filming | Irvine News
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- Sep 4, 2026
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Summary
A former state parks supervisor in Orange County is facing explosive allegations after allegedly secretly recording male lifeguards and park aides for over a year using a hidden camera disguised as a USB stick. With at least 36 civil lawsuits now filed — more than double the initial count — victims are speaking out about the profound betrayal, trauma, and violation of privacy they endured. Pearsall, 59, denies all criminal charges, which could carry a heavy prison sentence if convicted, while multiple law firms push forward with civil cases against both him and the California Department of Parks and Recreation, accusing the agency of failing to protect its employees. This case has ignited a broader conversation about power, accountability, and the erosion of trust within public institutions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4c83763f4d6d3fd8 Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Irvine News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews